KND
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So true, nothing beat the reliability of 4x4 Glock but the best overall looking semi-automatic pistol ever is any 1911.
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Terrapintige
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I have a couple Snow & Nealley axes. At the house, I have a 3-1/2" single bit axe. It's well balanced and keeps a nice edge. In the truck, I have a Hudson Bay camping axe. Not as much leverage or weight as the single bit, but equally as useful. Both are reasonably priced and made in the US.
I know there are some fancy composite handle and CAD designed custom alloy axe heads out there that are proven to be better. However, I like the feel of a wood handle and a hand ground steel axe head.
evilfij
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I don’t know because I have been using the same cheap fiberglass axe since college, but I have my eyes on a couple new ones. A chopping and a splitting. Figured I’d just get fiskar, then I started looking at the ones Gedore own (copy paste so I don’t misspell it and link should take you to KC’s page with the catalog):
Ochsenkopf
Id love to hear from more people with experience with any of the premium/best axe brands.
rover4x4
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I am a fan of Council Tool products, made here in North Carolina. I have a couple of splitting mauls, an axe, hatchet and a few bush axe. They aren't fancy, kinda like Carhartt, inexpensive and get the job done. www.counciltool.com they do have a "premium" line if you're into that..
theShaytoon
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All this talk about the Rolex Submariner made me feel a little like I was missing something, so I got on ebay and found this one... It's a little more expensive than I wanted but I thought YOLO. What do you think? Buy it now is $10K. 
As far as an AXE... Check this guy out... https://www.hoffmanblacksmithing.com/ You might have to wait a little while, but it is worth it.
As far as an AXE... Check this guy out... https://www.hoffmanblacksmithing.com/ You might have to wait a little while, but it is worth it.
Let's get back to the purpose of the thread, please.
Just gonna put this right here....
www.bobsredmill.com
You'll be like, "But it's just an oat! How did he make an oat soooooo much better than the other oats!?"
Gluten Free Organic Steel Cut Oats
Our Gluten Free Organic Steel Cut Oats have the same delicious flavor and nutrition of our classic steel cut oats! Top these gluten free oats with your favorite fixings for a wonderfully satisfying breakfast.
You'll be like, "But it's just an oat! How did he make an oat soooooo much better than the other oats!?"
evilfij
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The best tool bag:
saddlebackleather.com
It’s on my list of stuff to buy. I have some of their other stuff and it is really the best (and indestructible my wallet which is horribly abused is 10 years old and I would normally kill a wallet every few years). Family that owns the company I believe had a 110 (with saddleback leather interior).
I am also considering something from Veto pro pac, but those are not as stylish. I hear good things. Waiting on my catalog to show up.
Weatherproof Canvas Tool Bag
We build the longest lasting canvas tool bags on the planet. For if your life depends on it.
saddlebackleather.com
It’s on my list of stuff to buy. I have some of their other stuff and it is really the best (and indestructible my wallet which is horribly abused is 10 years old and I would normally kill a wallet every few years). Family that owns the company I believe had a 110 (with saddleback leather interior).
I am also considering something from Veto pro pac, but those are not as stylish. I hear good things. Waiting on my catalog to show up.
hillstrubl
Founding Member
On the tune of wallets, I know a kevlar/sailcloth wallet isn't everybody's cup of tea, but I find these nearly indestructible.The best tool bag:
Weatherproof Canvas Tool Bag
We build the longest lasting canvas tool bags on the planet. For if your life depends on it.
It’s on my list of stuff to buy. I have some of their other stuff and it is really the best (and indestructible my wallet which is horribly abused is 10 years old and I would normally kill a wallet every few years). Family that owns the company I believe had a 110 (with saddleback leather interior).
I am also considering something from Veto pro pac, but those are not as stylish. I hear good things. Waiting on my catalog to show up.
I'm on my 2nd one (the first one lasted over 10 years and frankly could have probably gone another ~5) -> https://resails.com/product-category/categories/accessories/wallets/ They have brick and mortar stores in Annapolis and Newport RI as well.
The one I currently have is a bit different than the 3 displayed now, no velcro because I'm an adult and it folds lengthwise with card slots on both sides of the fold (with a cash pocket behind it).
FlyersFan76
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I do no have their wallets as I am money clip from Ridge Wallet kind of person but I do have a toiletries bag from them. Great construction and looks brand new after almost 20 years.
I also have a few duffel bags from Ella Vickers.
Sail cloth stuff is just awesome.
MountainD
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I'd say the best duffle bags are from Patagonia, particularly the older Black Hole series. I have used them to haul climbing gear all over for decades.
www.patagonia.com
Many different sizes. If it can haul a ton of ice climbing gear to Alaska, then it should work just fine for LR expedition use...
Patagonia Black Hole® Duffel Bag 100L
Our largest duffel for extended and gear-intensive travel, the highly weather-resistant Patagonia® Black Hole® Duffel 100L lives for getting away.
Many different sizes. If it can haul a ton of ice climbing gear to Alaska, then it should work just fine for LR expedition use...
donb
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Agree. We have a lot of Patagonia bags in the family. Size, function and durability are all strong with them. And the prices are too bad either.I'd say the best duffle bags are from Patagonia, particularly the older Black Hole series. I have used them to haul climbing gear all over for decades.
Patagonia Black Hole® Duffel Bag 100L
Our largest duffel for extended and gear-intensive travel, the highly weather-resistant Patagonia® Black Hole® Duffel 100L lives for getting away.
Many different sizes. If it can haul a ton of ice climbing gear to Alaska, then it should work just fine for LR expedition use...
I have to say Patagonia make good products in a lot of areas. They seem overused in certain circles but I use their products in lesson known areas like surf trunks, rain gear, polo shirts. Their R stuff insulates great and isn't as ubiquitous as their puff layers (which work well too). Their hats fit my head perfectly but I won't wear one until I cover the Patagonia logo with another patch otherwise I will see 6 copies of it on other people around town haha
100% agree on those Patagucci bags. I have one of each size and I've taken mine all around the world. They've been on hundreds of plane rides, been tossed on the prickly, rocky desert ground and they're still hanging in there. When they finally give up the ghost, I'll mail them back to Patagonia and they'll give me brand new ones.
We have a bunch of The North Face duffels. I’ll try a Patagonia one next time we get another.
hillstrubl
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I had a Patagonia backpack for YEARS that never had a laptop specific sleeve. When it was finally wearing out I called the Dillon MT outlet to order a new backpack with a sleeve built-in.
P - "It sounds like you're unsatisfied with your current backpack, we'd like to make it right"
Me - "no, it was great, but its finally wearing out and I'd like to have a built-in laptop sleeve"
P - "Sir, if you're unhappy with your previous purchase, we'd love to send you the backpack you're looking at to replace it, if you're willing to send us back the one you have now"
Me - "umm ok, thank you!"
That was ~7 years ago and backpack #2 is going strong.
I love that company's overall customer service but especially their willingness to keep you as a customer.
I sent my rolling duffel bag back to them, requesting a patch of Cordura be sewn on the small hole that was opening up on the bottom. This, after six years of use as a field engineer, flying regularly. They didn't repair it (sadly), they just sent a gift card for the original purchase price and I went out and bought another, which I still use today.
Terrapintige
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The best tool bag:
Weatherproof Canvas Tool Bag
We build the longest lasting canvas tool bags on the planet. For if your life depends on it.
It’s on my list of stuff to buy. I have some of their other stuff and it is really the best (and indestructible my wallet which is horribly abused is 10 years old and I would normally kill a wallet every few years). Family that owns the company I believe had a 110 (with saddleback leather interior).
I am also considering something from Veto pro pac, but those are not as stylish. I hear good things. Waiting on my catalog to show up.
Atlas 46 makes some pretty awesome tool rolls, bags, and packs. I have a socket roll and magnetic wrench roll. Overbuilt is about the best way to describe them.
Atlas 46 American made gear and clothing
Atlas 46 is the premium manufacturer of tool vests, tool belts, tool rolls and workwear made in the USA.
www.atlas46.com
evilfij
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Now you tell me, I just bought a Gedore belt set up after looking at a lot of options. This may have been obvious to everyone but me, but tool belts are so wide they don’t go through belt loops in pants at least the Klein belt I bought would not. When you think about it, it makes sense, you don’t want to take off your pants to drop your tools. Lol.